Albertsons Companies joins supermarkets in changing guns policy
FILE PHOTO: Customers leave an Albertsons grocery store with their purchases in Burbank, California July 17, 2012. REUTERS/Fred Prouser (Reuters)…
Michael B. Jordan Says He Felt A ‘Huge Responsibility’ With His ‘Just Mercy’ Role
Michael B. Jordan knows just how powerful it is to portray social justice activist and attorney Bryan Stevenson in the…
Vietnam culls 4.7 million pigs as African swine fever spreads
HANOI (Reuters) – Vietnam has culled about 4.7 million pigs to contain an outbreak of African swine fever that has…
Novartis wins FDA’s breakthrough tag for lung cancer hopeful
FILE PHOTO: Swiss drugmaker Novartis’ logo is seen at the company’s plant in the northern Swiss town of Stein, Switzerland…
Boy, 12, survives ‘freak’ trampoline accident after metal spring shot into his back ‘like a bullet’
A 12-year-old boy in the United Kingdom was rushed to the hospital after a metal coil from a trampoline dislodged…
Novo Nordisk to cut insulin prices in the U.S.
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) – Novo Nordisk will offer cheaper insulin to U.S. diabetics, the Danish drugmaker said on Friday, in response…
Pennsylvania man in medically induced coma: Doctors ‘know it’s vaping’
A Pennsylvania young man was in a medically induced coma Wednesday because of a severe mysterious lung illness that his…
Inside drugmakers’ strategy to boost cancer medicines with ‘Lazarus effect’
(Reuters) – In the halls of MD Anderson Cancer Center, the drug Vitrakvi is known for having a “Lazarus effect”…
New York City’s largest measles outbreak in nearly 30 years has ended, officials say
New York City officials on Tuesday declared an end to the largest measles outbreak the city has seen in nearly…
Poll finds older adults not fully prepared for emergencies
(Reuters Health) – While most older adults say they are confident they’re ready to handle emergencies like natural disasters or…
‘World’s oldest mom’ gives birth to twins at age 74 after IVF, hospital claims
A 74-year-old woman now holds the record for “world’s oldest mom” after she reportedly gave birth to twins on Thursday…
Drugmakers file second court challenge to Canada’s new drug price rules
TORONTO (Reuters) – Canada’s main pharmaceutical industry lobby group, along with 16 of its member companies, filed a lawsuit on…
‘Project Runway’ Star Chris March Dead At 56
Designer Chris March, who appeared on the fourth season of Project Runway and went on to dress the likes of…
Fifth case of deadly EEE virus confirmed in Massachusetts, 3 dozen communities at ‘critical risk’
A fifth person in Massachusetts has been diagnosed with the life-threatening mosquito-borne Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, state health officials…
Medical schools fall short on racial justice: student group
(Reuters Health) – At leading U.S. medical schools, education of future doctors about racism, promotion of diversity, and service of…
Vitamin E acetate in marijuana vaping devices possibly linked to deadly lung illnesses, officials say
New York health officials this week announced they are investigating the compound vitamin E acetate as a possible cause of…
FDA approves Boehringer’s lung disease drug
(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved German drugmaker Boehringer Ingelheim’s Ofev capsules for a rare…
Pig ear salmonella outbreak linked to 143 illnesses probed by CDC, FDA
Amidst a multi-agency investigation into a salmonella outbreak, health officials are advising people not to purchase or handle any pig…
‘Extreme grooming’ not linked to STIs
(Reuters Health) – Researchers say women who frequently remove most or all of their pubic hair are no more likely…
Using mouthwash after exercise has this bizarre effect on blood pressure, study claims
Using mouthwash after exercising could negatively impact the cardiovascular benefits of working out, particularly lowering blood pressure, a new study…
Mental health conditions may prompt some women to have ovaries removed unnecessarily
(Reuters Health) – Certain psychiatric conditions may prompt some women to choose to have their ovaries removed even when there…
Cases of severe vaping-linked lung illness surge to 450, 3rd death reported in Indiana: officials
Officials in Indiana said an adult resident had died from a lung illness possibly tied to vaping, as the number…
Los Angeles County resident dies of lung illness, fifth U.S. death possibly tied to vaping
(Reuters) – A Los Angeles County resident has died from a lung illness possibly tied to vaping, bringing the total…
Why washing chicken ups risk of foodborne illness
You shouldn’t wash raw chicken before you cook it. That’s what experts are saying after a new consumer study was…
Telemarketer charged in $1.2 billion Medicare fraud scheme pleads guilty in NJ
(Reuters) – The owner of a telemarketing company implicated in the largest component of a $1.2 billion Medicare fraud involving…
US health officials report new vaping deaths, repeat warning
NEW YORK — U.S. health officials on Friday again urged people to stop vaping until they figure out why some…
Meghan Markle Reportedly Makes Surprise Trip To Watch Serena Williams In U.S. Open
Meghan Markle made a surprise trip to New York City to support her longtime friend Serena Williams in the 2019…
China vice premier urges hog production recovery amid swine fever
FILE PHOTO: A man disinfects a pig farm in Guangan, Sichuan province, China August 27, 2019. REUTERS/Stringer BEIJING (Reuters) –…
Black Biz Excellence: Blended Designs brings fashion and empowerment to bookbags
Casey Kelley, co-founder of Blended Designs School is back in session and any parent, grandparent, uncle or aunt knows that…
Ellie Goulding shows off her six pack while on honeymoon
Ellie Goulding showed fans her impressively toned figure in the first shot from her honeymoon. The singer, 32, stripped down…
Serena Williams’ coach concerned about Meghan Markle’s appearance at U.S. Open
United States’ Serena Williams returns to Czech Republic’s Barbora Strycova in a Women’s semifinal singles match on day ten of…
Actress Zooey Deschanel and husband Jacob Pechenik split
Zooey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik have decided to separate after four years of marriage. “After much discussion and a long…
Ciara and Russell Wilson’s first day of school photo of kids is too cute to miss
Sienna Princess Wilson, Ciara, Future Zahir Wilburn, and NFL player Russell Wilson attend the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports 2018 at…
‘Bachelorette’ star Mike Johnson leaves flirty comment on Demi Lovato’s bikini snap
Demi Lovato and ‘Bachelorette‘ star Mike Johnson are teasing fans once again with their flirtatious exchange on social media. On…
MLK’s daughter reacts to GOP leader saying, ‘I Bet MLK Wishes He’d Had a Sniper by His Side That Day’
Rev. Bernice King, daughter of the late civil rights leader Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., speaks at the National Civil…
Gillian Anderson to play Margaret Thatcher in ‘The Crown’ Season 4
Rumors began months ago, and now it’s been confirmed that Gillian Anderson will play Margaret Thatcher on Netflix’s “The Crown.”…
NeNe Leakes and Cynthia Bailey spotted in reportedly heated conversation while filming RHOA season 12
Reality TV personalities Cynthia Bailey (L) and NeNe Leakes at the Rolling Stone Live: Houston presented by Budweiser and Mercedes-Benz…
Kaia Gerber channels her supermodel mom Cindy Crawford in strappy leather outfit
Kaia Gerber celebrated her 18th birthday in style. The model, who was born September 3, partied Friday night at her…
Chance the Rapper and Kirsten Corley welcome a second baby girl
NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 07: Kirsten Corley and Chance the Rapper attend the Ralph Lauren fashion show during New…
Chester Bennington’s widow engaged two years after his death
Two years after her husband’s death, Chester Bennington‘s widow is engaged. Talinda Bennington announced the news on social media. “I…
Spiritual Warfare in a Violent City
By Sean Yoes, AFRO Baltimore Editor, Ephesians 6:13 reads, “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may…
Rep. Waters Delivers Keynote on Women’s Equality Day
By Mark F. Gray, AFRO Staff Writer, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) was the keynote speaker as Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer…
Bowser, Council Break Ground | Afro
By AFRO Staff Earlier this week, Mayor Muriel Bowser, Ward 7 Councilmember Vincent Gray, and the Office of the Deputy…
Floridians Brace for Hurricane Dorian
By Dominic-Madori Davis, Special to the NNPA As Bahamians weathered 150 mile-per-hour winds, withering rainfall and 12-foot storm surges from…
Why Medication Is Not the First, Only or Best Option • EBONY
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which affects between 4 and 12 percent of school-age children, is one of the most…
Spirit Airlines sales to take $25 million hit from Hurricane Dorian
FILE PHOTO: A logo of low cost carrier Spirit Airlines is pictured on an Airbus plane in Colomiers near Toulouse,…
‘Calm Down, Sir!’ Meghan McCain Slaps Viewer Who Backs Pam Anderson In Assange Debate
Meghan McCain and former “Baywatch” star Pamela Anderson went head-to-head in a heated exchange over WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on…
10 NICU babies evacuated ahead of Hurricane Dorian: ‘This is just what we do’
Transport teams from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta worked through last weekend to safely evacuate 10 neonatal intensive care (NICU) babies…
Howard University Alum Partners With School on Executive Certification in Diversity Coaching
The Howard University School of Business (HUSB) is launching an Executive Certification in Diversity Coaching (ECDC) program. The program is…
Ndebele by Kennard Copeland – October Gallery
A life in clay began nearly 30 years ago for Mr. Kennard Copeland, when he started producing art in Guyana,…
Woody Allen Somehow Continues To Defend Himself On Me Too
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‘Unashamed’ Demi Lovato Overcomes ‘Biggest Fear’ By Sharing Unedited Bikini Pic
What’s wrong with being confident in the skin you’re in? Absolutely nothing, Demi Lovato told her millions of followers on…
Carol Lynley, ‘Poseidon Adventure’ Star, Dead At Age 77
Carol Lynley, a star of the original “Poseidon Adventure” whose acting career spanned six decades, died Tuesday at age 77…
Miley Cyrus’ New ‘Slide Away’ Video Looks Like The Aftermath Of ‘We Can’t Stop’
Miley Cyrus fans spent much of Friday pointing out the similarities between Cyrus’ new video for “Slide Away” and her…
Candid Quotes About Fatherhood From Idris Elba
Idris Elba is familiar with the chaos, joy and laughter that infuse life with kids. The “Wire” actor has a…
Roc Nation, NFL Reportedly Backing Nonprofit Now Under Fire For Locs-Cutting Posts
The NFL, Roc Nation and a lesser known Chicago nonprofit organization have received swift scrutiny after old tweets and photos…
15 Amazing Photos You Missed This Week
With the ever-changing news cycle, it’s easy to miss great images that fly under the radar. We’ve got you covered.…
Future Giving Scholarships to College Students on Each Night of His Tour
Future (Image: FreeWishes Foundation) What a way to give back! Rapper Future has vowed to give scholarship money and free…
T.I. and Charlamagne Tha God Among Featured Speakers at 2019 A3C Conference
Billboard is reporting that rapper, artist, activist, and reality TV star, T.I., and radio host, TV commentator and author, Charlamagne…
Ezekiel Elliott Signs $90M Contract, Immediately Donates $100K
The Dallas Cowboy’s starting running back has ended his holdout by signing a $90 million, six-year extension. Ezekiel Elliott wanted…